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Tools and Tool Collecting
Browse Martin J. Donnelly reference books by topic, trade, collecting category, and historical interest.
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The Age Of Manufacturers 1700-1820
- Exciting Alternative Overview of the 18th Century British Economy
- Emphasis on Achievements of the Industrial Revolution
- Will Be Enjoyed by Both the Economic and Social Historian
$27.99
Simmons Mail Order Want Book
- Filled with the Finest Keen Kutter Products
- Includes Razors, Farming Tools, Advertising Items, etc.
- Features Vintage Photos, Early Advertising Items, Illustrations, etc.
$12.00
Pennsylvania Dutch American Folk Art
- Delightful Compilation of Photos and Commentary of Distinctive Folk Art
- Addresses Every Aspect of Artistic Output of this Fascinating Subculture
- Features Furniture, Glass, Pottery, Textiles, and Much More
$9.95
Classic Country Furniture
- Showcases the Very Best in Traditional Americana Style
- Features 20 Projects Easy & Fun to Build – Night Table, Wall Sconces, etc.
- Instructions Clearly Illustrated in Color Photos & Plain English
$19.99
The Victorian Chemist and Druggist
- Includes a Description of a Victorian Druggist's Shop
- Describes and Illustrates Many of the Items Sold in a Druggist's Shop
- Also Includes a Chapter on Medical and Surgical Instruments
$10.00
Racinet’s Full-Color Pictorial History of Western Costume
- One of the Most Beautiful Pictorial Collections Ever Produced
- Features 92 Beautiful Full-Color Plates With Informative Captions
- Includes: Bizarre Helmets, Suits of Armor, Tights & Coats, Doublets, etc.
$23.95
Cowboy Culture: The Last Frontier of American Antiques
- Beautiful New Second Edition
- 1000 Color Photos
- 9" x 12", 304 PGS.
$59.95
Plain Gas Engine Sense
- Informative Introduction to the Wide World of Gas Engines
- Features Numerous Helpful Illustrations & Diagrams
- Covers: Cycle of an Engine, Fuels, Engine Troubles, Valves, etc.
$9.95
The Woodwright’s Shop
- Expertly Written by Master Woodworker Roy Underhill
- Step-by-Step Instructions For an Array of Projects
- Great Source of Information for Any Woodworker
$22.50
A Manual of Veneering
- Clear, Well-Written Manual on the Craft of Veneering
- Learn how to Easily Create Your Own Veneer Press
- Completey Covers all the Techniques of this Ancient Craft
$13.95
Turning Wood
- Features New Techniques & Updated Information
- Covers Choosing Tools, Sharpening, Basic Techniques, and More
- Filled with Stunning Color Photos & Helpful Diagrams
$24.95
Tom Wolfe Carves Wood Spirits and Walking Sticks
- Features an Extensive Photo Gallery
- 250+ Color Photos
- 8 1/2" x 11", 64 PGS.
$12.95
The Tinsmith’s Helper and Pattern Book
- Practical Information for the Metalworker
- Patterns, Formulas and Handy Advice
- 1910 Revision of the 1879 Edition
$14.50
Murland’s Antique Tool Value Guide
- The Most Comprehensive Value Guide to Tools Ever Published
- Hundreds of Illustrations – Thousands of Prices
- Shipped Postpaid in the United States
$12.95
Country Store Antiques: From Cradles to Caskets
- The Story of the Country Store: An Amerian Essential
- The Source for All the Essentials of Life
- Includes Much Historical Information
$29.95
American Victorian Cottage Homes
- A Classic Period Reprint of "Palliser's American Cottage Homes"
- Classic Victorian "Cottages" in Elaborate Gingerbread
- Includes Early Advertising, Detailed Drawings & More
$16.95
Red Wing Collectibles; An Identification and Value Guide
- Comprehensive Guide to a Popular Collector's Item
- Features Hundreds of Red Wing Items in Color, With Description & Values
- Will Aid in Finding, Identifying, and Valuing Red Wing Items
$9.95
The Victorian Domestic Servant
- Describes the Lifestyle of the Large Group of Domestic Servants
- Insights on the Social Status of The Victorian Lower Class
- Describes the Requirements and Duties of the Houshold Help
$8.95
Native American Collectibles
- Illustrated with Full-Color Photos & Contains Up-to-Date Values
- Includes: Pottery, Jewelry, Beadwork, Textiles, Pipes, Weapons, etc.
- Also Features the History of the Native Americans' Way of Life
$24.95
The American Gunsmith
- Brief But Informative
- Includes Commentary on the Great Gunmakers of the Day
- Good Buy For Any Gun Enthusiast
$7.50
Red Wing Stoneware; An Identification and Value Guide
- ID & Value Guide to an Increasingly Popular Collector's Item
- The Uniqueness & Variety of Red Wing Items Provide Something for Everyone
- Features 100's of Items in Full-Color, with Description and Value
$9.95
Welsh Pottery
- Covers the Many Different Types of Pottery
- Discusses the Manufacture of Ceramics in Wales
- Illustrations Help Establish Design Trends and Influences
$10.95
Historic Homes of the American Presidents
- Perfect Guide to 54 American Presidential Homes
- Visit the Homes of: G. Washington, A. Lincoln, T. Jefferson, G. Bush, etc.
- 160+ Detailed Photos & Histories, Anecdotes, and Perspectives
$19.95